The Applied Technical Services Family of Companies (ATS FoC) tests the ignition resistance of upholstered furniture in accordance with NFPA 260 to help clients select compliant materials, reduce fire risk, and improve product and consumer safety.
What Does NFPA 260 Apply to?
NFPA 260 outlines a standard method for determining and classifying the ignition resistance of upholstered furniture components when exposed to cigarette ignition sources. It specifically applies to the fabrics, welt cords, barrier materials, decking materials, padding, and filling present in the furniture assembly. In addition to ensuring product safety, companies also use NFPA 260 to inform material selection and design.
Why is Flammability Testing Important for Furniture Safety?
Several factors affect furniture flammability, such as coatings, fabric composition, product design, and materials. If any component is flammable, the furniture may become a fuel source. Flammability testing provides insight into the product’s fire resistance, guide material selection and design, and helps ensure compliance.
Furniture Testing that Facilitates Product Compliance
The ATS FoC offers a comprehensive range of services to help you assess the safety and reliability of your furniture products. Our experts perform flammability testing using multiple methods, including:
- NFPA 260
- NFPA 261
- NFPA 266
- California Technical Bulletin 117:2013
- CA TB 133
- ASTM E1537
- ISO 7176-16
- BS EN 1021-1, -2
In addition to NFPA 260 and flammability, we also provide other furniture testing services, including:
- Chemical Testing
- Electrical Safety Testing
- Finish Testing
- Textiles and Foam Component Testing
- Mechanical Testing
- Performance Testing
We can also support flammability testing on building materials, transportation, apparel, and aerospace components.
Accredited Labs Backed by Global Resources
Our facilities operate under our ISO 9001:2015-registered quality management system and hold several ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditations for our testing, inspection, and calibration services.
Since partnering with SGS in 2026, the global leader in testing, inspection, certification, and compliance (TICC), we’ve expanded our capabilities to deliver even more high-quality services to clients worldwide.
Contact Us
Test your furniture’s flame resistance, contact the ATS FoC by completing our contact form or calling +1 (888) 287-5227.
